Garry is a NARHA Registered Instructor and a member of the Wilderness Rider Program of the U.S. Forestry Service and Backcountry Horsemen of California. Whether you are looking to increase your confidence with horses or improve your riding and horsemanship skills, Garry can assist you in fulfilling your goals.

Riding and horsemanship lessons are held at Taylor Made Farms in San Martin and are $50 per hour. Garry also offers safe trail ride lessons on local trails, for those needing confidence building or assistance on their first trail rides. Garry is available to teach lessons at your home or facility. Lesson rates (other than lessons held at Taylor Made) are based on location and travel required.

Comments from Garry's students:

One day I met a cowboy. He told me to put my hand over my heart and then he had me place my hand in his hand. He took his hand and put it in his pocket. Then he told me, I now have your fear. You can now get on the horse. Needless to say, that did not work.

I missed riding and hated the fact that I was afraid to even sit on a horse. I had several people tell me that they could “fix me,” but the truth was my fear was not something that you could fix . . .

Then one wonderful day I met Garry and that was the first day of a new start in my life that included horses. Garry has a special talent, he understands women's fears. He has taught me that fear is not something that you can fix. It is an emotion and you should never feel stupid or embarrassed. The real tool was in my riding skills, learning how to be in control and having confidence in what I am doing. He has helped me set goals and is currently helping me accomplish those goals.

I remember a time when I could not even sit on a horse for very long without my heart beating clean out of my chest. I can now get on a horse, have a great time and look forward to the next time I can ride again. I still have fears, but Garry has taught me and is still teaching me how to deal with them. He has given me back my sense of freedom, and that in itself is priceless. He gave me positive reinforcement and a new sense of trust that no one else could.

Thank you, Garry, you ROCK!!!

Cathy C.

I met Garry through the Confident Rider workshops with Martha McNiel. I am taking private lessons with him in order to learn the skills I need to become a safe and confident rider out on the trails. I appreciate Garry's patience and understanding of my abilities and of my fears. I always feel safe when riding with him and have confidence he will help me meet my goals.

Marsha L.

I did a lot of computer research prior to finding Garry Stauber with Dream Power . My search lead me to a trainer that had all the knowledge, experience and patience that I needed to move forward with my dream; the dream of being able to ride again free from fear.

Garry has always had my best interests at heart, safety being first and foremost. He has helped me overcome my fears, regain my confidence and is allowing me to move forward with my dreams.

I would recommend Garry to anyone. His knowledge and experience would benefit riders of all ages and skill levels.

Garry is what the doctor would have ordered and an answer to my prayers...

(M.J.)